Turning Stone to hire for 150 new jobs

VERONA -- Turning Stone Resort Casino looks to add to its 4,500 employees with a restaurant and entertainment career fair Monday, Feb. 4.

The full- and part-time jobs run the spectrum of Turning Stone's operations for Upstate Tavern and the Exit 33 entertainment complex.

Open positions include servers, bartenders, hosts, security and entertainment technicians.

Supervisory positions will also be available.

Those ages 18 and over are welcome to apply at the career fair, which runs 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. in the Oneida Room at Turning Stone Resort Casino.

The event will feature instant interviews and offers made on the spot to applicants chosen for these 150 open positions.

Applicants are encouraged to "dress for success." The Oneida Indian Nation is a drug-free employer.

"These jobs rise above what other restaurant and entertainment operations in the region can offer," said Oneida Nation Enterprises Vice President of Human Resources Dana Sovocool.

"We have a competitive salary structure and a superb offering of medical, dental, and long-term care coverage, along with a 401(k) program for team members across all employment levels.

Part-time employees also receive health insurance and 401(k) offerings. There are also many opportunities for advancement."

The Oneida Indian Nation is Central New York's fifth largest employer. Upstate Tavern, the newest addition to dining choices at Turning Stone, will be a full-service casual American bar and grill, featuring oversized burgers, pub fare and comfort favorites.

With an emphasis on a local and regional beer program, Upstate Tavern will feature a beer list and rotating taps from New York state's finest breweries and craftsmen. A regular schedule beer tastings, brewer's dinners and seasonal festivals will also be a part of the experience. Upstate Tavern is scheduled to open in April.

Construction on the $25 million Exit 33 project is fully underway with a scheduled July opening to coincide with Turning Stone's 20th anniversary.

Interested applicants who cannot attend the Career Fair are encouraged to apply online, at http://turningstone.com/jobs/ or call Oneida Nation Human Resources at (315) 829-8900.